DUBAI- The United Arab Emirates is expected to see gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 2.5% next year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said.

In a statement after a visit to the Gulf country, the IMF said non-oil growth in the UAE could exceed 1% this year and pick up to 3% next year.

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